Lime Cilantro Turkey Burgers with Fresh Pico De Gallo
Add a burst of fresh, zesty flavor to your burger night with these Lime Cilantro Turkey Burgers topped with homemade Pico de Gallo. Juicy ground turkey is infused with bright lime zest, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of cumin, then cooked to perfection for a lean yet flavorful patty. Paired with a vibrant pico de gallo made from ripe tomatoes, diced onion, fiery jalapeño, and a splash of lime, this dish brings bold, Mexican-inspired flavors to your table. Serve these burgers on lightly toasted buns with crisp lettuce and optional creamy avocado slices for an irresistible meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for a healthy, flavor-packed dinner or your next backyard barbecue!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 cup White onion, diced
- 1 medium Jalapeño, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice (for pico de gallo)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for pico de gallo)
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 avocado Avocado slices (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro, minced garlic, lime zest, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 1-inch thick.
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, cook the turkey patties for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove patties from the heat and let them rest.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the fresh pico de gallo. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced onion, chopped jalapeño, 2 tablespoons of cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and set aside.
Lightly toast the burger buns on the skillet or grill, if desired.
Assemble the burgers: Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a turkey patty, a generous spoonful of pico de gallo, and a few slices of avocado, if using. Finish with the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Lime Cilantro Turkey Burgers with Fresh Pico De Gallo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.8 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4558 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.8 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 107.7 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2452 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
